OPERATING THE ENGINE
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CHECK DURING OPERATING
While operating, make the following checks to see that all
the parts are functioning normally.
B
Immediately Stop the Engine if:
A
The engine suddenly slows down or accelerates.
A
Unusual noises are suddenly heard.
A
Exhaust fumes suddenly become discolored.
B
Easy Checker (TM)
If the warning lamps in the Easy Checker (TM) come on
during operation, stop the engine immediately, and find
the cause as shown below.
Never operate the machine while Easy Checker (TM)
lamp is "ON".
Engine oil pressure
If the oil pressure in the engine goes below the
prescribed level, the warning lamp in the Easy
Checker (TM) will come on.
If this should happen during operation, stop the
engine immediately and check level of engine oil.
Electrical charge
If the alternator is not charging the battery, the warning
lamp in the Easy Checker (TM) will come on.
If this should happen during operation, check the
electrical charging system or consult your local
KUBOTA Dealer.
Fuel level [RH tank (primary tank) only]
If the fuel in the RH tank (primary tank) goes below the
prescribed level, the warning lamp in the Easy
Checker (TM) will come on. (less than 9.0 L (2.38 U.S.
gals.) in the RH tank)
If this should happen during operation, switch to
the LH tank (secondary tank).
B
Fuel Valve, Fuel Gauge and Warning Lamp
1. There are three switch positions in the fuel valve. (See
"Fuel valve position" below.)
Fuel valve position
2. The fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel left in the LH
tank (secondary tank).
3. Use the fuel in the RH tank (primary tank) first.
4. When the waring lamp in the Easy Checker (TM)
comes on, switch to the LH tank (secondary tank).
(1) Easy checker (TM)
(1) Fuel valve
(A) "OFF"
(B) RH (Primary tank)
(C) LH (Secondary tank)
Rightward
OFF
Downward
RH (Primary tank)
Leftward
LH (Secondary tank)
(1) Fuel gauge
for LH tank (Secondary tank)
(2) Fuel level warning lamp
for RH tank (Primary tank)
(E) "EMPTY"
(F) "FULL"
